Habitats and Adaptations

Core concept

Physical adaptations include things like fur thickness, beak shape, or camouflage colouring, while behavioural adaptations include migration, hibernation, or nocturnal (night-time) activity to avoid extreme daytime heat. Polar bears have thick white fur for insulation and camouflage in snowy Arctic habitats, while desert foxes have large ears to release excess body heat. When a habitat changes rapidly — due to deforestation or climate change — organisms that cannot adapt quickly enough may struggle to survive.